Easter
This coverage examines the impact of Easter on the UK petcare industry, focusing on seasonal trading opportunities for retailers, wholesalers, distributors, and supply chain operators. Pet Gazette reports on promotional campaigns, themed product launches, consumer spending trends, and case studies from pet businesses capitalising on the holiday period. Our coverage provides pet trade professionals with insights to plan marketing strategies, manage stock, and maximise sales during this key seasonal event.
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Apr- 2016 -12 AprilManufacturers
Butcher’s Pet Care appears in The Sunday Times BDO Profit Track 100
British pet food firm, Butcher’s Pet Care has been placed at number 66 in The Sunday Times BDO Profit Track 100. The company, which is behind dog and cat food brands Butcher’s and the newly introduced Cuffleberry and Co, saw its profits reach £7.3 million in 2015. Butcher’s produces six million…
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Mar- 2016 -24 MarchIndustry News
Almost 500,000 dogs still fed chocolate, warns PDSA
UK veterinary charity, the PDSA, has warned that nearly half a million dogs are still being fed human chocolate, which can be deadly to them. PDSA vets say they are bracing themselves for the annual increase in admissions for chocolate poisoning cases over the Easter period. The charity’s latest PDSA…
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22 MarchVeterinary
Vets warn of Easter danger to dogs
Almost half of vets (45 percent) treated at least one case of chocolate poisoning last Easter, say figures released by the British Veterinary Association (BVA). UK vets have warned dog owners to keep Easter treats away from pets in 2016. Despite an increase in awareness, the BVA’s Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey showed that…
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18 MarchRetailers
Pets at Home puts rabbit sales on hold for Easter
Pets at Home is banning the sale of rabbits in its store during the Easter period. Interest in rabbits rises over the holiday; the retail chain aims to draw attention to the number of the pets left homeless each year. Pets at Home will also hold free rabbit workshops across the country over the Easter holidays, covering…
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15 MarchCurrent Affairs
Serious concerns for welfare of pet rabbits
One in five vets have raised serious concerns about the health and welfare of pet rabbits in the UK, according to findings from the British Veterinary Association (BVA). As Easter looms the fear is that parents may make impulse purchases due to misconceptions about how ‘easy’ rabbits are to care…
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14 MarchCurrent Affairs
Sales of rabbits on hold at pet retailer
Pet retailer, Pets Corner, has put the sale of rabbits on hold in order to deter impulse purchases over Easter. The ‘Bunnies aren’t for Easter’ campaign hopes to urge those who are looking to invest in a pet rabbit to think very carefully before making such a serious commitment. Lucy Ross, head of training…
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May- 2015 -21 MayIndustry News
UK Companies Enjoy Zoomark Success
International trade show Zoomark was a ‘resounding success’ reported export association, PetQuip. The event, which took place on May 7-10 in Italy, was attended by a wide range of UK companies. PetQuip found that exhibitors returning to the UK reported sales and potential business from worldwide markets secured at the…
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Jan- 2015 -15 JanuaryEditorial
UK Spent Nearly $7 Billion on Pets in 2014
People in the UK spent a staggering $6.9 billion dollars on their pets in 2014, claims market research solution company Euromonitor International. The amount – which is almost equivalent to £4.6 billion – places Britain as the world’s second biggest spender on pets. Our animal owners are the most generous…
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Sep- 2013 -13 SeptemberTrade Organisations
Four Paws launches new online-platform in the battle against illegal puppy trade
The international animal welfare organisation Four Paws is launching an interactive online platform to raise awareness about the illegal puppy trade. The trade in pedigree puppies is booming to the extent that thousands of them are being offered for sale under false pretences via the internet, in pet shops and…
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Mar- 2013 -18 MarchEvents
Nationwide Easter egg hunt planned to tackle declining footfall
Fifty-six UK towns will launch the ‘Enjoy an Independent Easter’ campaign on 23 March in a bid to encourage more shoppers into town centres. Over 1,100 retailers will participate in the event, created by ‘retail champion’ Clare Rayner to reward consumers for taking the time to visit their local, independent…
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